Chimney Inspection

Chimney Certification

Chimney Repair

The chimney is one of the most taken-for-granted parts of a home. Typically it tends to receive neither the attention nor the concern usually accorded other household service systems. The fact that chimneys may do their job reasonably well, even when abused or neglected, contributes to this atmosphere of indifference. Chimneys are far from the passive black holes that most people assume them to be. They perform several vital functions, and their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction and performance requirements.

A chimney deteriorated by constant exposure to the weather can be a potential safety hazard.

Fireplace Repair

Thermocrete is the premier solution for fireplace repair. With our advanced spray technology, several layers of ceramic are sprayed inside each flue. This coating seals all small holes and cracks, strengthens the chimney, and increases efficiency without downsizing the flue significantly. Ceramic Flue Sealant (CFS) is a chimney restoration product designed for all types of masonry chimneys. It is an ideal product for Fireplace, Commercial and Historic Home chimney repairs.

All other methods reduce the size of your flue substantially and a smoky and smelly fireplace is a common result.

Chimney Liner

A Chimney Liner in a masonry chimney is defined as "A clay, ceramic, or metal conduit installed inside of a chimney, intended to contain the combustion products, direct them to the outside atmosphere, and protect the chimney walls from heat and corrosion." Although building codes vary from one state or locality to another, the installation of Chimney Liner has been recommended since the early part of this century, and indeed most fire codes now mandate liners.

Chimney Flue

A chimney that looks perfectly fine on the outside can be faulty or even dangerous on the inside! Many chimney flues may appear to be in fine condition on the outside. But inside it could be a completely different situation.

A look at the inside of a chimney flue often shows how corrosive residue has attacked the flue. The original clay liner gets eroded away; pieces of it are even missing. Old chimneys might not even have a liner. Mortar and bricks are loose and falling, and moisture can leek through to the home's interior walls.

Chimney Inspection

With an annual chimney inspection in New Jersey — and possible sweeping — you can improve fireplace and heating flue performance, and snuff out chimney fire and carbon monoxide concerns. Chimney Inspector will confirm if the chimney liner has the ability to contain the products of combustion (i.e., heat, moisture, creosote, and flue gases)

An annual chimney inspection looks for buildup and blockages, followed by sweeping to remove problems inhibiting performance.

Chimney Certification

New Jersey Uniform Construction Code (NJUCC), requires CHIMNEY CERTIFICATION aka CHIMNEY VERIFICATION for replacement of fuel fired equipment. For Oil and Gas Conversions & For Oil to Oil and Gas to Gas Replacements: The Homeowner, prior to installing the new Furnace, Boiler or Hot Water Heater, must make sure that Chimney is in safe condition, and that Chimney Certification/Verification is signed and given to the Local Code Enforcement Office.

About 1 Hour Chimney Repair

1 Hour Chimney is Certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America

At 1 Hour Chimney we know how difficult it is to find skilled and reliable service technicians who also respect the time and effort you put into the upkeep of your home. We take pride in our work because you take pride in your home!

1 Hour Chimney is Certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America, Accredited and A+ Rated by BBB of NJ, A rated by Angie's List, 5 Star rated by Google and 5 Star rated by Yelp.

AAA Chimney Corp dba 1 Hour Chimney is a family owned company since 1948. Since 2003 the company owners are Tony and Juliette Sapun.

Client Testimonials

”My oil boiler failed so I decided to convert to a new gas furnace. I called 1 hour chimney to inspect and certify the chimney for conversion. Tony came on time ( called 30 minutes before arriving). Inspected the chimney, showed me the”

Priscila C.
Home Owner

”Two years ago we hired 1 Hour Chimney to prepare a third (3!) level 2 inspection on the chimney of a home we wanted to purchase after two other inspections had created a stand-off between ourselves and the original owners. Tony came and...”

Kayla B.
Home Owner

”Excellent is an understatement. From my first call to get an estimate to the last step of getting the permit closed by the township, this company exceeded my expectations every step of the way. Everyone I dealt with along the way was very polite and helpful...”